Jinx
Fact sheet
- Name
- Jinx
- Gender
- Unisex name
- Syllables
- 1
The female first name Jinx is an English derivation of the name Jynx, which has its origins in Greek mythology. Metaphorically, the name can be interpreted as 'the spell' or 'the curse'.
What does the name Jinx mean?
Jinx is an English variant of the name Jynx, which comes from Greek mythology. The name metaphorically means 'the spell' or 'the curse' or 'the magic'. Its roots lie in the ancient Greek word iynx or íunx (ἴυγξ), which means 'wryneck', a bird associated with witchcraft and divination.
Where does the name Jinx come from?
The name Jinx has ancient Greek roots and carries the meaning 'the spell'.
How do you pronounce Jinx?
dʒɪŋks
Popularity
In Germany, Jinx is a rather rare first name. It has not yet appeared in the German name popularity lists. Its best placement was in 1950, when it ranked 2,341st in the US name charts. In the last ten years, Jinx has been given as a first name about 30 times in the US, placing it 5,770th in the ten-year statistics. Between 1930 and 2024, it ranks 6,041st in the USA.
Nicknames & pet names
Jinxie
Famous people
- Esther "Jinx" Dawson (singer of the band Coven)
Frequently asked questions about the name Jinx
What is the origin of the name Jinx?
The name Jinx has roots in ancient Greek and is derived from the word iynx (ἴυγξ), which means 'wryneck'. This bird is associated with witchcraft and divination.
What does the name Jinx mean?
Jinx is considered a variant of the name Jynx and metaphorically means 'the spell' or 'the curse', reflecting the magical associations of the wryneck.
How popular is the name Jinx?
Jinx is a rather rare name, but it is gaining popularity due to its unique meaning and connection to mythology, especially in modern, creative naming.